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Cormorant, 17th century artwork
Cormorant on a coast in China, 17th century artwork. Cormorants are coastal seabirds that feed on fish, and are found worldwide. Called a Louwa bird in the title, this is an engraving from a book by the Dutch writer and explorer Johan Nieuhof (1618-1672). The book was titled An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces to the Grand Tartar Cham, Emperor of China, and told of Nieuhofs travels to India and China. This artwork is from the English translation, published in 1669
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23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 25.3cm (15.6" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 58.4cm x 48.2cm (23" x 19")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 17th-century artwork depicts a cormorant perched on a rugged coast in China. The cormorant, a coastal seabird known for its fish-eating habits, can be found across the globe. In this particular engraving from Johan Nieuhof's book "An embassy from the East-India Company of the United Provinces to the Grand Tartar Cham, Emperor of China" we catch a glimpse of Nieuhof's travels to India and China during that era. Published in 1669 as part of an English translation, this monochrome illustration showcases the ornithological wonders encountered by Nieuhof on his journey. The Louwa bird, as it is titled here, stands out against the backdrop of crashing waves and rocky cliffs. The image not only captures the beauty of nature but also provides valuable insights into historical geography and exploration during this period. It offers us a glimpse into maritime trade routes and cultural exchanges between Europe and Asia. As we admire this piece, we are transported back in time to witness an encounter between man and nature—a sailor navigating these distant shores while observing one of China's fascinating avian species. This artwork serves as a testament to both human curiosity about our natural world and our desire for discovery beyond familiar horizons.
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